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Posted 21 July, 2026

Security Analyst

FryerMiles
Reading, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Security Analyst - £45,000 - £50,000 – Reading – Hybrid

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FryerMiles are delighted to be working with a leading UK Managed Service Provider (MSP) to recruit a Security Analyst based in Reading.

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The successful candidate will play a key role in security operations, incident response, threat detection and automation, helping to protect customer environments while continuously improving security platforms and processes.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Manage the full security incident lifecycle, from investigation through to resolution.
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  • Monitor, investigate and respond to security events across cloud, identity and endpoint environments.
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  • Design, implement and optimise SIEM detection rules to improve threat detection and reduce false positives.
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  • Develop and maintain security automation using SOAR platforms, Logic Apps, Python and APIs.
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  • Conduct proactive threat hunting and perform root cause analysis following security incidents.
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  • Support endpoint security, identity protection and vulnerability management initiatives.
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Requirements

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  • Experience within a SOC environment.
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  • Strong knowledge of SIEM, EDR and SOAR platforms.
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  • Hands-on experience with platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, CrowdStrike, Darktrace or similar security technologies.
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  • Experience monitoring and securing Azure and AWS environments.
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  • Knowledge of ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials.
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  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Desirable Skills

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  • CISSP and/or Microsoft Security certifications (SC-200, SC-300 or SC-400).
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  • Experience working within an MSP or MSSP environment.
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Security Analyst - £45,000 - £50,000 – Reading - Hybrid